The town still exhibits much of its
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Amboise
Amboise is a small town on the banks of the River Loire. There is also a large chateau with a lengthy history. Leonardo da Vinci was invited to come to Amboise and he came in 1515 with some pupils and colleagues. There is an extensive collection of furniture covering several periods.
The town still exhibits much of its
ancient past.
St Hubert's Chapel, memorial to
Leonardo da Vinci, views of chateau.
Roof details showing two distinct
periods.
Plan of chateau
Decorated chair, Hall of States-General, Fireplace in Hall, .furniture showing Renaissance influence, tall Renaissance chair
